EALC 653 - Buddhist Poets of Japan

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

LaFleur. Among the many poets of Japan some have over time gained attention both in Asia and the West for being especially concerned with Buddhist themes and perhaps with having an aesthetic informed by that tradition as well. This course will involve reading at least the following in translation: Saigyo, Ikkyu, Ryokan, and Miyazawa Kenji. There will, in addition, be selections from other poets as well as attention to some critical essays.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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